Piedmont Region Flashcards
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What is the primary red grape of Piedmont?
Nebbiolo
Name two famous wines made from Nebbiolo in Piedmont.
Barolo and Barbaresco
What is the main white grape grown in Piedmont?
Cortese
What famous white wine is made from Cortese in Piedmont?
Gavi
What is ‘Dolcetto’ in Piedmont?
A red grape producing soft, fruity, easy-drinking wines
What style of wine is made from Barbera in Piedmont?
Juicy, medium-bodied red wines with high acidity
What does ‘DOCG’ stand for in Italy’s wine classification?
Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (highest quality)
Which Piedmont area is known for sweet, late-harvest wines made from Moscato?
Asti
What sparkling wine is produced in Piedmont using the Moscato grape?
Moscato d’Asti
What is the significance of the ‘Langhe’ region in Piedmont?
It’s a key subregion for Nebbiolo-based Barolo and Barbaresco wines
What climate influences Piedmont’s vineyards?
Continental with foggy autumns that aid Nebbiolo ripening
What is the ‘Riserva’ designation in Piedmont wines?
Wines aged longer than standard regulations, indicating higher quality
What is ‘Trifolera’?
Local Piedmont term for truffles, often paired with regional wines
Name one famous DOCG besides Barolo and Barbaresco in Piedmont.
Gattinara or Ghemme
What is the soil type common in Barolo vineyards?
Calcareous marl and sandstone
